The Globe’s Folk Jam Opens Its Autumn Term in Newcastle

The Globe’s Folk Jam returns to Newcastle on Tuesday 22 September 2026, opening its autumn learning-term run with an evening of acoustic music. The session takes place in the main bar from 9pm to 10.30pm, and admission is free, with donations welcome. Dave Wood hosts the gathering, inviting people to bring instruments, play together or simply settle in and listen to the music as it unfolds.

The repertoire includes songs and tunes drawn from Celtic and American folk traditions, with room for the occasional unexpected choice. That range gives the evening a different character from the venue’s jazz jam sessions: the emphasis here is on sharing folk melodies, rhythms and songs rather than working through Real Book standards. The organiser asks for acoustic instruments only, so anyone planning to play should leave amplified equipment at home unless arrangements have been agreed directly.

This particular date matters because it marks the start of the autumn term, rather than a one-off headline concert. The folk sessions are advertised to take place every Tuesday during the venue’s learning terms, offering a regular meeting point for people who want to play music with others. An individual evening can change depending on the musicians who attend and the songs they bring, so there is no fixed setlist or guaranteed lineup of visiting performers.

For newcomers, a jam is a different prospect from a formal seated performance. You can listen before joining in, and the group builds the music together without a pre-rehearsed programme. For regular players, the weekly rhythm of the session is a chance to return with a tune, hear somebody else’s version of it and meet musicians with different folk backgrounds. The first autumn date is a natural point to begin attending because the term’s sessions are just getting under way.

Folk Jam is advertised for Tuesday 22 September, from 9pm until 10.30pm in the main bar. Entry is free, with optional donations. Check the official Globe listing for any term-break changes or updated arrangements before travelling.

See the official Folk Jam listing for current information.